Bartender-PT

Millennium Hotels and Resorts•Anchorage, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender at Lakefront Anchorage contributes to day-to-day bar operations and delivers exceptional, personalized guest service while supporting a collaborative team environment. The role includes preparing and presenting drinks using standard recipes and prudent portion control, maintaining the quality and stock of garnishes and other perishables, and setting up bars for functions. The Bartender also secures beverages, food, equipment, cash drops, and the bank; cleans banquet bars after functions; and completes general cleaning tasks in accordance with health standards. The position requires knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and standard drink recipes, along with the ability to recognize intoxication and tactfully refuse service when appropriate. Work schedules may vary and can include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

At least one year of bartending experience.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Working knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and standard drink recipes.
Ability to remember, recite, and promote menu items.
Ability to recognize signs of intoxication and tactfully refuse service based on observation.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and exceptional customer service skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and under pressure.
Solutions-oriented mindset and attention to detail.
Flexibility to work varied schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Greet guests courteously and promote and document drink orders.
Mix, garnish, and present drinks using standard ingredient recipes and prudent portion control.
Maintain stock and cut and store fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables to preserve product quality.
Lock up and store beverages, food, and equipment; deposit cash drops and secure the bank.
Clean banquet bars at the end of each function.
Perform assigned general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products and follow health standards.
Maintain proper and adequate bar setup for each function.
Support smooth, efficient operations aligned with brand standards and identify opportunities for improvement.
Deliver exceptional service, anticipate guest needs, and create personalized experiences.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with teams, contributing to a respectful, positive, and accountable work environment.
Follow company policies, safety standards, and procedures; maintain accuracy in processes, reporting, and documentation.
Remember and promote the variety of menu items.
Identify signs of intoxication and tactfully refuse service when appropriate.